Olivier Jacques

From The Spot

Sports EN ↓ 5 episodes

From The Spot hosted by Olivier Jacques examines guests unique roles within the sport of soccer and their take on the landscape of the sport in America as the 2026 World Cup approaches.

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Olivier Jacques

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"Will we be able to afford the World Cup?" w/ Drexel University Professor Alexander Jenkins 22.02.2026 19:13

Host Olivier Jacques speaks with Drexel Professor Alexander Jenkins on what it's like supporting a European club from America and his foresight on the upcoming World Cup as ticket prices remain at high costs.

"How can the USSF ensure success for American Soccer?" w/ Philadelphia Inquirer's Jonathan Tannenwald 07.02.2026 22:09

I speak with Jonathan Tannenwald from the Philly Inquirer on his expectations from the US soccer bodies on building the sport, his role in the larger picture of soccer and what the future of the sport could be here in the US.

"Becoming a Professional" w/ Drexel Womens Soccer's Adriana Salzano 07.02.2026 21:39

I talk with Adriana Salzano from Drexel Womens Soccer on the professional soccer pyramid, professional aspirations and hopes for the 2026 World Cup.

"Can we sustain the soccer boom post-World Cup?" w/ Philadelphia Union's SVP of Marketing and Communications Amanda Young Curtis 07.02.2026 21:07

I speak with the Philadelphia Union SVP of Marketing and Communications Amanda Young Curtis on how we can build towards a great World Cup from a marketing perspective.

Pilot w/ Raphael Bartell 07.02.2026 21:45

I talk to Drexel Men's Goalkeeper Raphael Bartell about his background in Germany, his adjustment to US football and his thoughts on the US soccer landscape.